Please wear casual clothes; the Swan Valley is cooler in Winter and warmer in Summer than nearer the coast; bottle of water in summer (though there is water available at all wineries); a camera (we love seeeing your holiday snaps); and most of all a smile so you can meet new friends and have a fabulous day in the beautiful Swan Valley.

Fitness level required:

Low

Child policies:

Children are welcome.

Departure points:

Perth, Western Australia

Departure time:

9:45 AM Daily

Pickup/departure instructions:

Meet the tour at the Captain Cook Cruises Office at Barrack Street Jetty, Perth between 9.15-9.30am for a 9.45am cruise departure.

Tour Details

Tour Description

If youï¿½re a wine lover, this amazing Swan Valley tour has it all. Start the day with a Swan River cruise, before visiting three premium wineries and a brewery, tasting some of the regionï¿½s best liquid produce.

ï¿½ Start your tour with a relaxing cruise along the beautiful Swan River, with wine and cheese served on board
ï¿½ Visit three of the regionï¿½s best wineries and taste their own varietals, plus cheeses, jams and chutneys
ï¿½ Enjoy a delicious lunch at either Sittella Wines or Edgecombe Wines
ï¿½ Visit a brewery and a chocolate factory to sample their wares and indulge your senses

With a 9:45 am departure from the Barrack Street Jetty, Perth (arrive at the Captain Cook Cruises Office at the jetty between 9:15 and 9:30 am), youï¿½ll hop aboard your cruise vessel and settle in for a delightful river cruise. As you meander along the beautiful upper section of the Swan River, youï¿½ll take in amazing views along the riverbank while enjoying a delicious morning tea (coffee and muffin) and following that, an indulgent cheese board accompanied by some premium wines.

Next, youï¿½ll disembark and hop aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned deluxe coach for the second leg of your tour. Driving through the picturesque Swan Valley, youï¿½ll visit three of the regionï¿½s best boutique wineries ï¿½ all chosen for their outstanding wines and welcoming atmosphere. Youï¿½ll sample a number of spectacular wine varieties, accompanied by gourmet cheeses, jams and relishes.

Stopping in at ether Sittella Wines or Edgecombe Wines for lunch, you will be treated to a gourmet vineyard platter lunch, washed down with a glass of their finest wine selection. Both of these vineyards are spectacular examples of the quality of the region and at both wineries, you can opt to purchase from their own wine ranges. After lunch, browse through the gallery at some local crafts or produce.

Before heading back to Perth, youï¿½ll be able to indulge in a craft beer, tea or coffee at one of the wonderful boutique breweries located in the Valley. Relax with your drink in hand and take in the views or chat with the locals. Finally, youï¿½ll visit a local chocolate factory and indulge your senses with a sampling of handmade chocolates and truffles ï¿½ simply delicious!

Returning to Perth, youï¿½ll be dropped off in the CBD at around 5 pm.